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The Foods of Africa
Still a culinary mystery to many, the foods of Africa are as diverse. Just like…
Most Expensive Thanksgiving Dinner
Ever thought about hosting an “expensive” Thanksgiving dinner, costing… say about $181,000? The last time it…
The Most Exotic Spice Saffron
First cultivated in Greece, the spice saffron originates from the Saffron Crocus flower. Lovers of…
Salt Pork: A Forgotten Flavoring?
When it comes to flavoring dried beans, legumes, rice, and/or vegetables, salt pork does not…
The Wonderfulness of Spam: The Canned Ham, That Is!
Although I only eat it about once or twice a year, I love Spam. Why,…
Isn’t the Truffle Just Another Mushroom?
Once considered as having aphrodisiacal properties, almost anything truffle is usually held in high esteem…
Have you ever heard of Scrapple?
Have you ever heard of Scrapple? Go to any diner across the U.S. and you’ll…
Would you try Billion Dollar Popcorn?
Calling All Popcorn Lovers: In the mood for a bucket of rich, buttery golden popcorn? Also…
Bird’s Nest Soup $100 a Bowl?
Are you in the mood for soup? Most likely you won’t find a can of…
A Camel burger is a burger – or is it?
Camel burger: Low in fat, similar in taste and texture to pork, beef or lamb,…
Has Caviar Lost Some of Its Royal Luster?
Once reserved strictly for the pleasure of royalty, caviar is now accessible to anyone who…
Why Did John Madden Love The Turducken…The What?
Immortalized by the former, critically acclaimed NFL sportscaster, John Madden. And popularized by the infamous…
Ever Thought About The First Thanksgiving?
Ever thought about what the first Thanksgiving was like while reflecting upon your own family…
Tailgating How to do it In Times of Covid-19
Covid-19 has turned the sporting world upside down, inside out and back again. With social…
From Germany to Missouri, Three of My Favorite Oktoberfest Beers
I have spent many an October tasting German-style beers. One of my favorites is from…
Liverwurst You either like it or you hate it
Eating liverwurst is usually an acquired taste. A spreadable sausage, liverwurst is made from a mixture…
Fall is Soup Season – Lazy Lunch Ideas
The weather is turning cooler. And it’s lunchtime. You want something quick, filling, and tasty. You…
Are You Ready For Pumpkin Spice Season?
Summer is winding down and Americans are already clamoring for their pumpkin spice fix…usually lattes,…
Fall Starbucks drinks
It’s that time of year again! Oversize knit sweaters, golden leaves crunching under your boots,…
5 Foods You Need for an Oktoberfest Feast
Munich’s Germany’s Oktoberfest begins September 19. And normally around the world there would be Oktoberfest…
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